The Acton Exchange

Library: Harmonies of Nature - A concert-lecture about birdsong
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Sign up on the program page on our website here!
Presented by SHE in conjunction with our art exhibit The World We Share – a concert-lecture that goes beyond music to showcase the beauty and complexities of birdsong. With composer Alexander Liebermann and musicians Sophia Szokolay (violin I), Hannah Goldstick (violin II), Maureen Sheehan (viola), and Alan Toda-Ambaras (violoncello).

Acton Clean-Up: Invasive Garlic Mustard pull
2026-04-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Great Hill Conservation Land, 204 Main Street (and other access points), Acton, MA, 01720
Invasive Garlic Mustard (IGM) pull at Great Hill: register here
Acton residents, businesses, town staff, and organizations work together to support a spring-time clean-up — a time for everyone to help pick up trash and recyclables in public areas around town.

Concord Players: Brigadoon
2026-04-25 20:00 - 22:30, 2026-04-24 20:00 - 22:30 | 51 Walden, 51 Walden Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Concord Players present Lerner & Loewe’s classic musical Brigadoon April 24 – May 9
New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the village of Brigadoon and falls in love with the beautiful las, Fiona, but they only appear once every 100 years for a single day.

Acton residents Samantha Casale and Ben Hardt are in the cast.

Will Tommy return to his modern life or vanish into the mist with Fiona and the village?

YV Art Museum Opening Reception: Fiber Art - THE COLLECTIVE
2026-04-25 14:00 - 17:00 | YV Art Museum, 68 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
THE COLLECTIVE is an immersive fiber-art installation created by Stacey Piwinski in
collaboration with her students and local arts community. The work incorporates
contributions from her elementary school students in Wayland, Massachusetts, her
college students at Tufts University, and fellow artists within her broader community.
Especially in our current times, Piwinski emphasizes the importance of creating artworks
that embody healing, foster a sense of safety, and bring people together through shared
creative experience.

Acton Clean-Up: Litter pickup
2026-04-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Boardwalk Campus, 73-75 Spruce Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Litter pickup at Boardwalk Campus: register here
Acton residents, businesses, town staff, and organizations work together to support a spring-time clean-up — a time for everyone to help pick up trash and recyclables in public areas around town.

Acton 250: South Acton walking tour with Amy Cole
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Provided after registration
Join professional tour leader and Acton resident Amy Cole on a walking tour of South Acton.
The walk is free, but you must register as the walk is limited to 25 people. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/Apr25-Acton250.
You will receive details on parking, and where to meet closer to April 25th.
Professional tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history.
Exploring South Acton’s historic Mill Corner provides insight into the area’s earliest colonial settlement and its transformation into a
center of industry and commerce.
Please see https://www.actonma.gov/250 for more programming information.

Library: Egg Carton Flowers @ West
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | West Acton Citizens’ Library, 21 Windsor Avenue, Acton, 01720
Sign up on the program page on our website here!
For Adults!

Join for some chatting, music, and crafting!
This month’s craft is: Egg Carton Flowers

Acton Youth Film Festival Screening
2026-04-24 19:00 - 21:30 | ActonTV, 16a Craig Road, Acton, 01720
Films from teens in Acton and neighboring towns; all genres accepted.
Films must be submitted by April 10.

Acton Earth Week MiniFest
2026-04-24 10:00 - 12:00 | The Red House, 468 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Library: Patron Appreciation Day - Library Scavenger Hunt!
2026-04-24 09:00 - 13:30 | Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main St., Acton, MA, 01720, United States
As a big thank you to our amazing patrons join us at Acton Memorial Library for a Library Scavenger Hunt!
Are you up for the challenge? Find each book and complete each challenge in the library to win a prize! Check out the AML Solarium for some sweet treats throughout the day.
All ages can participate!

Invasive Plant Species 101
2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States

Teen Invasive Plant Brigade
2026-04-23 14:00 - 16:00 | The Red House, 468 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720

Acton COA Presents Big Band Swing Music Vol. 1 Presentation with John Clark
2026-04-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
The Big Band era officially started in the summer of 1935, but the transition from hot jazz and Dixieland had begun much earlier in the decade. We’ll trace the roots of Big Band music, including the back story of the King of Swing himself, Benny Goodman. Then you’ll hear his hits like Goody, Goody, Taking a Chance on Love and the historic Carnegie Hall performance of Sing, Sing, Sing! You’ll also be treated to recordings of live performances of Goodman vocalists Martha Tilton and Peggy Lee. The last third of the program is devoted to the most popular bandleader of this period, Glenn Miller with 22 chart-topping songs from 1939-1943. You’ll understand the origins of the unmistakable Glenn Miller sound heard clearly in his theme song, Moonlight Serenade. You’ll see performances of two of his biggest hits, Chattanooga Choo Choo and In the Mood. There’s even footage of Glenn leading the 50-piece Army Air Force Band in the summer of 1944, just months before he boarded the flight to France that took his life. For ten years orchestral jazz became America’s popular music and you’re invited to wax nostalgic as you learn about two of its biggest stars. Prior to a career as a high school and adult education teacher, John Clark worked in music publishing in Nashville. He enjoys sharing his passion for music with senior centers and senior residences.
Open to out-of-towners 60+ for $5

Acton Recreation: Garden Therapy
2026-04-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Acton Recreation Center, 50 Audubon Hill, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Garden Therapy with Cathy Fochtman, Master Gardener
Heirloom Chrysanthemum Growing Workshop
Take a break from your busy day to relax, unwind, and create beautiful seasonal floral arrangements to brighten your home! Your instructor, Cathy Fochtman, has been teaching Acton Recreation classes since 2000 and loves sharing hands-on plant projects with participants. She is a member of the Acton Garden Club, a Massachusetts Master Gardener (MMGA, Inc.), holds a certificate in Horticultural Therapy from the Horticulture Therapy Institute, and is an accredited Flower Show Judge with National Garden Clubs, Inc.
Join Cathy for a creative, calming, and inspiring botanical workshop!

Acton Water District Special District Meeting
2026-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Acton Water District, 693 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA, 01720
A Special District Meeting has been called to ask voters to approve an operating budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which begins on July 1, 2026. Without an approved budget, the District cannot legally incur expenses to operate the system.
The warrant is available here.
The budget for consideration will be posted after the Board of Commissioners meeting on April 13, 2026.

Energize Acton: Heat Pumps 101
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Bob Zogg, co-founder of the HeatSmart Alliance, and Kit Wu, of the Laminar Collective, share their great knowledge of home heat pumps and pricing. Find out about air source and ground source heat pumps for improved heating/cooling energy efficiency, air quality, home comfort, and low emissions. Plus, learn about significant Mass Save incentives.
Register for Zoom link at: https://energizeacton.org/event/heat-pumps-101/

Library: Egg Carton Flowers @ AML
2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States

Clean Energy SCHOOL Tour! Acton’s Boardwalk Campus
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Boardwalk Campus, 73-75 Spruce Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
This Earth Day join us for a tour of Acton’s award-winning Gates and Douglas School, known as the Boardwalk Campus. Drawing on geothermal power (ground source heat pumps) and utilizing other special technologies, this school has blown past all its energy-saving predictions. Schools Energy Manager Kate Crosby will share all the cool details. Nibbles, brief talk, and tour.
Register at: https://energizeacton.org/event/clean-energy-school-tour

Acton Community Supper – April
2026-04-22 16:15 - 17:30 | Mt Cavalry Lutheran Church, 472 Massachusetts Ave., Acton, MA, 01720
Welcome the warmth and beautiful colors of Spring as the flowers and buds begin to pop around us. We look forward to sharing a meal and friendship with you every Wednesday.
April 2026 menu
April 1 Baked Ziti and Garlic Bread
Sponsored by Friends of Mike Tobia
April 8 Chicken Chili and Corn Bread
Sponsored by Friends of Community Supper
April 15 Chicken and Dumplings
Sponsored by Mt Calvary Lutheran Church
April 22 BBQ Chicken and Tater Tots
Sponsored by Boston Metro West Bible Church of Littleton
April 29 Hot Dogs with all the “Fixins”
Sponsored by Congregation Beth Elohim
Dinner is served 4:30pm – 5:30pm. Doors open at 4:15pm. Please, do not enter prior so our volunteers can prepare your Supper.
Parking: Park your car in the back parking lot and enter from the walkway to the church door.
http://www.mtcalvaryacton.org/Community-Supper
http://www.facebook.com/CommunitySupperofActonMA

Earth Day Walk
2026-04-22 14:30 - 16:00
Email for details!
conservation@actonma.gov

Children's Climate ChangeMakers Workshop
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States

Earth Week Storytime
2026-04-22 09:30 - 10:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States

Library: AML Book Discussion Group
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Acton Memorial Library Meeting Room (1st floor), 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Acton Memorial Library Book Discussion Group. Check this link to see this month’s and upcoming month’s books:
https://www.actonmemoriallibrary.org/kids-teens-and-adults/just-for-adults/book-groups/
Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request by emailing library@actonma.gov.

Acton COA Invites You to Live Folk Music Hootenanny Featuring Music of Peter, Paul and Mary
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:35 | Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear, Acton, MA, 01720
Musicians Howie Rashba and Mel Green will perform gems from the music of the folk music band Peter, Paul and Mary. Whether you are a seasoned Hootenanny fan or experiencing one for the first time, this is your opportunity to share in a spirited tradition! You will be invited to sing along to many of the songs. Hootenanny is a term with Scotch-Irish roots that found its way to Appalachia before being popularized in the 1940s by folk legends like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Sing along, clap your hands, stomp your feet, and brighten your day! There will be a brief intermission with refreshments. Howie Rashba and Mel Green have delighted local audiences with their warmth and music including at the New England Folk Festival and their Hootenanny at the Senior Center last fall was a huge hit!
Open to all age 60+/free

Stow Minutemen: March to Concord
2026-04-20 04:30 - 10:00 | Citizen’s Bank Stow, 159 Great Road, Stow, MA, 01175
The Stow Minutemen Company is pleased to announce its annual Trail March to Concord, commemorating the opening of the American Revolutionary War. Before dawn breaks and while most are still asleep, the Company will step off into history.
Starting point: Citizen’s Bank parking lot in Stow.
End point: North Bridge Visitors Center (approximately 9.5 miles)
For details about this year’s march, including the route through Acton, see http://www.stowminutemen.org.
Route map

Acton Historical Society: Hosmer House open house
2026-04-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Jonathan Hosmer House, 300 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
The Acton Historical Society invites you to tour the 1760 Jonathon Hosmer House and to view a collection of artifacts associated with Acton’s history. Also on the property is an 1830’s barn with an exhibit of agricultural tools, including an early fire pump (fire engine), a horse-drawn sleigh and a farm wagon. Admission is free with donations accepted.
Parking is available on the premises.

First Parish of Stow and Acton: Community Forum on Transgender Rights
2026-04-19 13:30 - 15:30 | First Parish Church of Stow and Acton, 353 Great Road, Stow, MA, 01775
Join us for an in-depth look at transgender and nonbinary legislation across the U.S. and here in Massachusetts. We will bridge the gap between legal policy and human impact.
Featuring a Community Panel where experts and neighbors will discuss:

Adult Bathroom Bans & Healthcare
Youth: Medical Care, Schools, Sports, Forced Outing
Identity Documents & Discrimination
Risks to Educators, Medical Professionals, Medical Centers
Relationship and Parental Recognition
Supporting Trans Safety

Participating:
State Senator Jamie Eldridge, Kelly Schutzberg (Kelly’s Quest) and others

Acton Clean-Up: Invasive Garlic Mustard pull and litter pickup
2026-04-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Gardner Field Playground, 530 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Invasive Garlic Mustard pull and litter pickup at Gardner Field Playground: register here
Acton residents, businesses, town staff, and organizations work together to support a spring-time clean-up — a time for everyone to help pick up trash and recyclables in public areas around town.

First Parish of Sudbury Music Sunday: Our One Precious Planet
2026-04-19 10:00 - 11:30 | First Parish of Sudbury, 327 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA, 01776
Join First Parish of Sudbury for our annual Music Sunday! Presenting a collection of choral and instrumental music and readings, our music-inspired service will focus on celebrating the many gifts we receive from nature and reflecting on the urgency of taking action to preserve our one precious planet.
Please join us in-person or online.
